CDL Driver- Front End

GFL Environmental Inc. • Smyrna, GA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Front-End Drivers operate front-end trucks that provide services to a variety of multi-family residential and commercial routes removing and transporting waste or recyclables in fulfillment of customer contracts. This position will service multiple customers per day according to assigned routes. The waste will then need to be transferred to the appropriate station, landfill or drop-off location. Why Join GFL? At GFL Environmental, we aren't just a waste management company; we are a team of "All-Stars" dedicated to keeping our communities clean and safe. We offer stable, local routes that get you home daily, modern equipment, and a clear path for career growth. If you are a safety-minded driver with a "get it done" attitude, you belong in green. Key Responsibilities: Safe Operations: Navigate commercial frontload or ancillary equipment along designated routes to collect solid waste and transport it to post-collection facilities. Precision Driving: Masterfully maneuver trucks in tight, minimum-clearance spaces and high-traffic areas, utilizing mirrors and advanced spatial awareness. Customer Excellence: Act as the face of GFL. Courteously interact with the public, answer questions, and maintain a clean customer site by clearing loose debris around containers. Daily Maintenance: Conduct thorough pre- and post-trip inspections. Maintain accurate electronic logs and vehicle condition reports to ensure your rig is always "GFL Ready." Safety Leadership: Strictly follow all safety standards, including Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) procedures. Visually scan sites before and after dumping to ensure the safety of pedestrians and property. Physical Agility: Open enclosure gates and, when necessary, roll 3-4 yard containers on castors into position for dumping.

Requirements

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A or B.
• Minimum of one (1) year of commercial driving experience OR a certificate from an accredited CDL school.
• Ability to meet all DOT and Company criteria for safety-sensitive functions.
• Proven ability to safely operate heavy equipment and navigate via key maps and GPS.
• Basic knowledge of truck components and preventative maintenance requirements.
• Ability to recognize and report "unacceptable waste" (flammables, hazardous materials, etc.).
• Strong ability to read, write, and follow oral/written instructions while communicating effectively with dispatch and customers.
• Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 50 lbs. repetitively.

Responsibilities

• Navigate commercial frontload or ancillary equipment along designated routes to collect solid waste and transport it to post-collection facilities.
• Masterfully maneuver trucks in tight, minimum-clearance spaces and high-traffic areas, utilizing mirrors and advanced spatial awareness.
• Act as the face of GFL. Courteously interact with the public, answer questions, and maintain a clean customer site by clearing loose debris around containers.
• Conduct thorough pre- and post-trip inspections. Maintain accurate electronic logs and vehicle condition reports to ensure your rig is always "GFL Ready."
• Strictly follow all safety standards, including Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) procedures. Visually scan sites before and after dumping to ensure the safety of pedestrians and property.
• Open enclosure gates and, when necessary, roll 3-4 yard containers on castors into position for dumping.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed